Senior Buyer for a contract electronics manufacturer

Must have experience buying for a pcb assembly factory. 

 

Project Buyer  San Jose, CA

JOB DESCRIPTION:  This person will procure electronic components, custom PCBs, and electro-mechanical parts using the ERP system and in accordance with prescribed purchasing procedures, as needed. This position requires the use of initiative and independent judgment. Our ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience. Candidate must have the capacity to comply with federally mandated requirements of U.S. export control laws. Pursuant to the EAR and the ITAR, a U.S. Person includes : any individual who is granted U.S. citizenship; or. any individual who is granted U.S. permanent residence ("Green Card" holder); or. any individual who is granted status as a "protected person" under 8 U.S.C.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: • Purchase electronic components, PCBs and electro-mechanical parts for ongoing projects, using MRP demand reports, identified source plans and clear to build reports. • Produce “Clear to Build” reports for manufacturing planning purposes, as well as assisting the Team in acknowledging customer purchase order due dates. • Monitor supplier action reports for any delivery or cost changes, as reported by suppliers. • Minimize, monitor and dispose of excess and obsolete materials or last time buy components. • Provide material analysis and disposition related to customer Engineering Change Orders. • Resolve invoicing and debit memos with suppliers. • Report Team statistics, as required.

SKILLS and ABILITIES: • Solid analytical skills and attention to detail. • Must have solid understanding of how ERP systems function. • Effective verbal and written communication skills. • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines. • Self-starter, able to complete tasks with minimal supervision • Working knowledge of AS9100 compliant Quality Systems and AS9102 reporting requirements.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 5+ years of buying experience, or an equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. Electronic manufacturing services work experience is preferred.